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Health and Social Care Diploma 1

at The Manchester College, Manchester · college

Level 1Stepping stonesIntroductory Diploma1 yearFull time

What the college says

The Pearson BTEC Level 1 Introductory Diploma in Health and Social Care has been designed around practical skills and tasks that place an emphasis on you demonstrating what you can do rather than what you know in theory. The qualification gives you the opportunity to acquire and develop generic, transferable and sector-specific skills for Health and Social Care in order to complete tasks and demonstrate a level of achievement that enables you to progress to further learning or into work. The Diploma gives you the opportunity to develop a broader range of knowledge and skills for further learning or work in the health and social care sector. Some of the different modules included in this course may include: • Being Organised • Developing and Personal Progression Plan • Working with Others • Researching a Health and Social Care Topic • Communication Skills for Health and Social Care • Making Healthy Snacks When Caring for People • Advising Others About Healthy Lifestyles • Finding out about Health and Social Care Services • Providing a Creative Activity When Caring for People • Measuring Older Adults’ Fitness Levels for Everyday Tasks • This couse is available also as an evening course at Wythenshaw

What you need to get on

The provider has not listed entry requirements. Ask them directly, and ask what happens if your grades come out lower than expected.

How you are assessed

Entry level and Level 1 study, English and maths retakes, and supported programmes.

What this level means

A first step that builds towards Level 2.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

  • Openshaw Campus

    Openshaw Campus Ashton Old Road, Manchester, M11 2WH

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  • Harpurhey Campus

    Harpurhey Campus Rochdale Road, Manchester, M9 4AF

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Start dates

  • 7 September 2026 · Manchester
  • 7 September 2026 · Manchester

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